
Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation: Why Rewards Don’t Always Improve Performance
Intrinsic Motivation comes from finding an activity interesting, meaningful, or satisfying, while Extrinsic Motivation comes from external rewards or consequences. Although rewards can encourage behaviour, they do not always create lasting engagement and can sometimes reduce Intrinsic interest. This article explores the psychology behind Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation and practical ways to design learning experiences that encourage deeper engagement, autonomy, and sustainable motivation.






